Justin Cumming's practice concentrates on agricultural law as well as real estate, probate, and tax litigation. Justin has significant litigation experience in fiduciary disputes, will and trust contests, real estate lawsuits, and corporate and partnership conflicts. He has litigated cases in over 40 counties throughout Colorado.
Justin is a fifth-generation Coloradoan who grew up on the family farm and ranch near Julesburg, Colorado.
Professional & Civic Engagement
- National Western Stock Show, Board of Directors
- NWSS Executive Livestock Committee, Chair
- NWSS Junior Livestock Auction Committee, Member
- Colorado Cattlemen's Foundation, Board of Trustees, Chair
- Roundup Riders of the Rockies, Member
- Colorado Bar Association, Member of Probate and Real Estate Sections
- Colorado FFA Foundation, Past Chair
- Agricultural Law Section of the Colorado Bar Association, Past Chair
Honors & Recognitions
- The Best Lawyers in America, Tax Law, 2023
- 5280 Magazine, Top Lawyers, Agricultural/Rural, 2015-2024
- Colorado Super Lawyers, Probate Litigation, 2017-2020
- Colorado Cattlemen's Association - Volunteer of the Year Award, 2018
- Barrister's Best, Law Week Colorado, 2016
- Martindale-Hubbell, "AV/Preeminent Attorney" Rating
- Seven Lewis Roca Lawyers Recognized as Denver's Top Lawyers 2021, 5280 Magazine, 01/1/2021
Thought Leadership
Justin frequently speaks on probate, real estate, and agricultural issues, including probate disputes, premises liability law, and easement litigation. In addition to speaking to ranchers, farmers, and other agribusiness owners, Justin has presented programs accredited for attorneys, real estate brokers, and accountants.
- Speaker, "Farm and Ranch Estates - Bareback or Saddle Bronc Riding? How to Last Eight Seconds and Win the Go-Round," 39th Annual Estate Planning Retreat, June 2019
- Co-Speaker, “Farm and Ranch Estates – Bareback or Saddle Bronc Riding? How to Last Eight Seconds and Win the Go-Round,” 2015 Regional Meeting of ACTEC (American College of Trust and Estate Counsel)
